Fort Smith automotive shop catches fire

Yassim's auto repair shop located 2908 N 6th Street in Forth Smith caught fire Monday morning. The flames reached up to 30-40 feet in the air, according to firefighters.

The Fort Smith Fire Department Battalion Chief requested assistance from the police department to notify residents in the area of the possible dangers. Officials said with paints inside the shop and fumes they were afraid the items may be harmful.

Monday morning a worker inside the building noticed the smoke coming from the ceiling. The worker rushed out and called for help, according to firefighters.